iHow the Experts Score is calculatedEach factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (standing in the category can only raise it), then weighted; problems flagged in review highlights or a recent slide in ratings are subtracted:Satisfaction 59%99+58.1Reliability 26%99+25.8Value 15%100+15.2Experts Score= 99Not enough data for replies to reviews; its weight is shared by the others.Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.99SCORE
AGradeiLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20.
#25 of 218 moversiPosition by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. · better than 89%
5.0★★★★★101 Google reviews · 24 photos
99%five-star reviews
4.99★last 12 monthsiAverage stars on reviews from the last 12 months only.
0%1–2★ in 2 yearsiShare of 1–2★ reviews in the last 24 months — or the 20 newest reviews when the company had fewer than 20 in that time.
100%reviews answered by the owner
$135typical billiMedian bill customers of this company reported in their reviews (needs 3+ priced reviews).
Customers highlight rapid service, punctuality, and careful handling of diverse items like pianos, hot tubs, and large furniture. Recurring themes include flexible scheduling for short-notice requests, clear communication, and fair pricing based on actual work time. The company maintains a perfect five-star rating from one hundred and one reviews, with the owner responding to every customer comment.
Google rating: 5.0 out of 5 from 101 reviews (99% five-star).
Reviews on this page: 101 Google reviews (91 with written comments, 6 with photos).
Owner responses: the business replied to 100% of reviews.
Most recent review: October 30, 2026.
Service: Mover serving San Luis Obispo, California.
Data from Google, last updated November 1, 2026.
Score profile vs other movers
Score per factor (100 = best)iEach factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (star average, share of 1–2★ reviews, price verdicts…); standing within the category can only raise it, never lower it.. Strongest: value and momentum; weakest: reliability.
Elite Moving ServicesMovers median0 = centre, 100 = best
SatisfactioniSatisfaction · 54% of the scoreRecency-weighted star average (2-year half-life), shrunk toward the category mean by review volume; the company’s own lifetime average as the prior; absolute: 4.0★ = 0, 5★ = 100.Elite Moving Services: 99/100 on this factor. Category median: 93.A
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ReliabilityiReliability · 24% of the scoreHow rarely jobs go badly: share of 1–2★ reviews — 60% the last 24 months (or the 20 newest if fewer), 40% all-time; 0% = 100, 15%+ = 0; the category percentile can only raise it.Elite Moving Services: 99/100 on this factor. Category median: 90.A
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Craft & serviceiCraft & service · penalty only, up to −10 pointsGoogle review highlights: Quality, Professionalism, Responsiveness, Punctuality — how rarely reviewers flag them as a negative, per review since highlights began; 0% = 100, 5%+ = 0. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in — clean highlights are the norm, not a bonus.Not enough reviews for this factor yet. Category median: 93.–
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ValueiValue · 14% of the scoreCustomers’ own price verdicts (Great / Reasonable vs Overpriced) and Value highlights; 65% absolute (all “reasonable” ≈ 80, “great” = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.Elite Moving Services: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
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MomentumiMomentum · penalty only, up to −10 pointsPenalises only a real slide: last-12-month average below lifetime (−0.5★ = 0). Still 4.8★+ over the last year, or steady/improving = 100. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in.Elite Moving Services: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
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Replies to reviewsiReplies to reviews · 7% of the scoreHow often the owner publicly replies to reviews under 5★ (1–4★). Needs 3+ such reviews, otherwise not counted; 65% absolute (80%+ replied = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.Not enough reviews for this factor yet. Category median: 81.–
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Star ratings
101 Google reviews we collected
5.0of 5
5 stars10099%
4 stars11%
3 stars00%
2 stars00%
1 star00%
Praise vs complaints
Phrases our text analysis found in 91 written reviews
99%praise
Praise16499%
Complaints21%
PriceiGoogle asks reviewers whether the price was great, reasonable or overpriced; these are their answers.
Price verdicts customers left with their Google review
100%fair
Great price3667%
Reasonable1731%
Overpriced00%
Not sure12%
$135-86% vs typical movers
Middle half of what 42 customers paid ($64–$415) · gold mark = category median.
Topic share
How often each topic comes up in the written reviews
7topics
Speed & response4930%
Staff & attitude3622%
Would recommend3119%
Quality & results2213%
Price & value127%
Communication117%
Honesty & trust53%
What customers talk about
We read 91 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.
“Even though he had a full day, he added us on at the end of the day and quickly loaded everything up, secured and road ready.”
“They were flexible with timing, friendly and moved everything in exactly where I asked.”
“I had them move my daughter‘s house so I would highly recommend them to anybody.”
“Cannot recommend a higher quality moving service in the SLO County area!”
“They were super helpful and got the job done VERY affordably!”
“Excellent service, good communication and friendly service at a great price.”
“He quickly responded to any messages or calls and overall ease of communication was excellent!”
“Tony is a reliable guy who takes his business very seriously.”
People customers mention
Tony16 reviews
praise complaint · found by our text analysis, Google review wording unchanged.
Reviews for your job
Customers hired Elite Moving Services for 8 kinds of job. Pick one to see what they paid and said.
MMarlene9 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 4 days ago★★★★★
Excellent fast service. They moved a large heavy athletic machine from a gym to my home. Good communication and a fair price. I highly recommend their services.
Paid $1–500Great price
DDarby5 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a week ago★★★★★
Tony was excellent! They were flexible with timing, friendly and moved everything in exactly where I asked. They were proactive in deciphering where in the house items I hadn’t labeled should go.
Paid $1–500Reasonable priceSmall furniture moving
KKimberly2 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a week ago★★★★★
Tony was a lifesaver! I was looking for help loading on very short notice. Even though he had a full day, he added us on at the end of the day and quickly loaded everything up, secured and road ready. He quickly responded to any messages or calls and overall ease of communication was excellent! I can’t thank…
Paid $1–500Great priceSmall furniture moving
WWing3 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a week ago★★★★★
They literally transported our house full of stuff across the country IN A DAY??? Super efficient workers and were very "go go go!". Really friendly guys for sure and im pretty sure at least one of them is Iron Man in disguise.
MMegan2 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 2 weeks ago★★★★★
Tony and his team were amazing! They were super helpful and got the job done VERY affordably!
RRobert4 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 3 weeks ago★★★★★
Arrived on time was polite, friendly, worked quickly. Was careful not to damage any of my belongings. They wrapped furniture appropriately to protect it during transport. We’re also very careful when unloading. Excellent price for the service they provided. They were very careful that only charge me for the actual time they worked. Highly recommended.
Services: Business & corporate-related moving, Small furniture moving, Local moving
Response from the owner · a day ago
Geoff....
Yes, we did the office move quick,easy and stress-free!
That's how we roll at Elite moving services. 😎
Thanks for the review, call us if you need anything else.
-Tony-
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James P4 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews James has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Tony and his crew saved the day. I was pressed to get my moving POD loaded by a specific date. Tony made room for me in his schedule.
Thanks again!
James
Response from the owner · 3 days ago
It's great to hear your review of Elite moving services!
Moving can be so stressful, especially with a tight deadline, so having reliable and accommodating help makes a huge difference.
It's nice to hear from another satisfied client....Thank you.
-Tony-
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Marlene Regan9 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Marlene has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Excellent fast service. They moved a large heavy athletic machine from a gym to my home. Good communication and a fair price. I highly recommend their services.
Price assessment: Great price
Price: $1–500
Response from the owner · 3 days ago
Thank you Marlene, for those kind words.
Now That's a big machine!
Call us again when you need help.
-Tony-
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Jennifer Star1 reviewiTotal number of Google reviews Jennifer has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Great service! Did the move of the big furniture really quickly. Tony and his crew are awesome and our heroes. Highly recommend.
Response from the owner · 3 days ago
Elite moving services would like to thank you, Jennifer, for tge great review.
I have over 30 years of experience and I know how to give a stress-free moving experience.
Thanks again,
-Tony-
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Craig Isom1 reviewiTotal number of Google reviews Craig has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Awesome service! Tony and crew are our hero’s. Made our moving experience easier. Highly recommend.
Price assessment: Great price
Response from the owner · 3 days ago
Hey Craig, thanks for tge great review!
Elite moving services makes your moving needs easier, with our years of experience in packing, loading & unloading.
I hope you enjoy your new home.
-Tony-
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Chris BennettLocal Guide · 17 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Chris has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Tony is awesome! Made it easy for me and was very careful with my piano.
Response from the owner · 6 days ago
Thank you for the 5-star review! I'm glad that Elite Moving Services was able to make your move a little bit easier and took such great care of your piano.
Call if you need anything.
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Darby Simmons5 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Darby has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Tony was excellent! They were flexible with timing, friendly and moved everything in exactly where I asked. They were proactive in deciphering where in the house items I hadn’t labeled should go.
Price assessment: Reasonable price
Price: $1–500
Services: Small furniture moving
Response from the owner · a week ago
Thank you for the great review! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our service, from being flexible with timing to figuring out where everything belonged. We always strive to make moving day as stress-free as possible, and I am so glad to hear from another satisfied client. Thanks for choosing Elite Moving Experience!
-Tony-
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Chad Barnard2 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Chad has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Hey Chad,
Thanks for the review of our services.
The hot tub delivery went smoothly & Stress-free.
If you need anything else from us at Elite moving services, please call...thank you!
-Tony-
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Kimberly Kittinger2 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Kimberly has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Tony was a lifesaver! I was looking for help loading on very short notice. Even though he had a full day, he added us on at the end of the day and quickly loaded everything up, secured and road ready. He quickly responded to any messages or calls and overall ease of communication was excellent! I can’t thank Tony and Elite Moving enough! I would definitely recommend!
Price assessment: Great price
Price: $1–500
Services: Small furniture moving
Response from the owner · a week ago
Hi Kimberly, thank you for sharing your experience with Elite Moving Services! We’re proud to have provided you with prompt communication and efficient service on short notice. Ensuring items are properly handled, securely packed and road-ready is always our top goal.
We appreciate your recommendation and look forward to helping you or your friends in the future!
-Tony-
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Wing3 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Wing has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
They literally transported our house full of stuff across the country IN A DAY??? Super efficient workers and were very "go go go!". Really friendly guys for sure and im pretty sure at least one of them is Iron Man in disguise.
Price assessment: Reasonable price
Price: $5,000+
Services: Small furniture moving, Oversized-item moving
Response from the owner · a week ago
Hello Wing,
Thank you for the kind review.
Although we were not the actual driver, we did unload that huge truck of your furniture & other items.
Elite moving services does hustle and try to get the job done professionally and efficiently.
Although I'm not "Ironman in disguise", I do have a lot of metal in my body and I keep pushing to get tge job done.
Thanks again.
-Tony-
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